Painting Cats and Dogs in Pastels
Thu. January 22, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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$125.00
Create a captivating portrait of a fur friend with pastels. Learn to paint realistic fur, capture textures and details, and get the values just right as you create a piece of art to proudly display or give as a gift. Perfect for pet lovers wanting to grow their skills and have fun while creating a lasting memory.
Follow along as your instructor guides you step-by-step to create your own masterpiece. Connect with fellow art enthusiasts in a fun and supportive environment and enjoy the process of creating together.
FORMAT: In-person classroom
INSTRUCTION METHOD: Hands-on
AGES: Adults 18+
PREREQUISITES: Need to know how to draw
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Novice, Intermediate
WHAT TO BRING:
- Wet wipes for your hands
- Apron to protect your clothes (pastels are dusty)
- Viva towel or rag for wiping pastels
- Two (2) old hard, cheap brushes – small and medium
- Bring your own photo – or you can use one of the instructor’s
FEE: $125.00 – includes drawing paper and pastels. Please purchase tickets below.
INSTRUCTOR: Beverly Carlson-Bradshaw
Beverly began drawing from a young age while growing up in Montana on a farm. She then moved to Seattle, WA and had her own interior design firm for 20+ years. She still works part-time in interior design but now has made her pastel paintings a priority. Beverly is self-taught, has taken workshops from notable pastel artists, and has won awards in juried shows. Her artwork is currently on display at The Finer Arts Gallery in Cave Creek, AZ.